Ion Chef Food Protection Instrument

The Ion Chef system simplifies the Ion Torrent next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflow by integrating several manual and automated steps into a single process. The Ion Chef system workflow now incorporates all library preparation steps (targeted PCR amplification with the appropriate primer panel, partial digestion of primer sequences, adapter/barcoding ligation, purification, library equalization, and pooling), as well as all template preparation and chip loading steps. Its simple, automated workflow is easily accessible to users of all experience levels.

The Ion Chef system:
• Simplifies workflow
• Minimizes user-introduced sources of variability
• Helps save time and labor
• Enables sequencing preparation for Ion GeneStudio S5 systems

Features of the Ion Chef system include:
• Automated library preparation, template preparation, and Ion Ampliseq chip loading
• Cartridge-based reagent system
• Sample and reagent tracking capabilities
• Intuitive user interface
• Integrated diagnostics